Children's Activity Support - Group Helper (Supporting children and young people from the age of 5yr+, Bridgend)

Barnardo’s is committed to providing ‘Better Outcomes for More Children’. Our children’s services volunteers help the charity to deliver essential services in local communities, providing support to over 300,000 children, young people and their families. This role provides a great opportunity to join our fantastic children’s services and help make a real difference.

Children's Activity Support volunteers work accross a range of groups, from Children's Centre's with pre-school children and Short Breaks services for children with disabilities , to Mental Health Support Groups and Young Carers Groups.

We are looking for volunteers, who can be aged 11+ years, with a passion for making a difference in children’s lives, a fun and approachable attitude and an ability to engage young people in worthwhile and enjoyable activities.

Why we want you

• Planning and organising group activities, which take into consideration age, abilities and interests of members.
• Setting up group activities in advance and clearing away afterwards. This might include preparing refreshments/snacks, organising the layout of the room, preparing the resources and tidying the room after group.
• Assisting children and young people to improve their self-confidence, develop social skills and build positive relationships.
• Role modelling positive behaviour and interactions during the sessions.
• Collating and evaluating feedback from children, young people and parents.
• Adhering to Barnardo's ploicies and procedures at all times including Bardarndo's: Safeguarding; Equality, Diversity and Inclusion; Health and Safety; Data Protection; Confidentiality; Recording policies and procedures.
• Participating fully in training and supervision.
• Volunteering within Barnardo's Values and Behaviours.

The skills you need

• Reliable, punctual and trustworthy.
• Approachable and welcoming.
• Passion, enthusiasm, compassion, understanding and having an open minded approach.
• Being passionate about making a difference in the lives of children, young people and families.
• Preferably have some experience of working with children, young people and families.

What's in it for you

• Full induction and training
• Other training opportunities relevant to the volunteer role
• Regular supervision and support.
• Out of pocket expenses agreed in advance.
• Access to Barnardo's internal vacancy listing.
• Our volunteers tell us about lots of other benefits of volunteering including; experience of working with children, young people and families; experience for your CV; supporting your local community; meeting new people; increasing self-confidence; feeling like you are making a difference; improving your health and wellbeing; and a chance to contribute to a worthwhile charity.

Disclaimer

We look to recruit a diverse range of volunteers, If your skills don't fit the role exactly, please do not let this put you off as we are able to be flexible with most of our roles.